CVE-2016-2783 describes a critical vulnerability in Avaya Fabric Connect Virtual Services Platform (VSP) Operating System Software (VOSS) versions prior to 4.2.3.0 and 5.0.1.0. This flaw stems from improper handling of VLAN and I-SIS indexes, allowing remote attackers to gain unauthorized access by sending specially crafted Ethernet frames. With a CVSS score of 9.8, this vulnerability is considered critical due to its network-based attack vector, low attack complexity, and high potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Despite its severity, there is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code, or significant community discussion surrounding this CVE.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 4.2.2.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:avaya:vsp_operating_system_software:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
5.0.0.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:avaya:vsp_operating_system_software:5.0.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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